Maryland

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/maryland

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How many people live in Maryland?Approximately 6,177,224
2. How big is Maryland?12,407 square miles (32,130 km2)
3. What is the capital of Maryland?Annapolis
4. When was Maryland built?1634
5. What language do people speak in Maryland?English
6. What is Maryland known for?Chesapeake Bay, historical landmarks, high median household income, multicultural population

Mid-Atlantic Region: A geographical and cultural area in the northeastern United States, characterized by its historical significance and diverse economy.
Chesapeake Bay Estuary: A large tidal estuary where freshwater rivers meet saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean, vital to Maryland's ecosystem and economy.
Act Concerning Religion: A 1649 Maryland law that granted religious freedom to Christians, a significant early step towards religious tolerance in America.
Piedmont Region: A geographical area of rolling hills and lower mountains located between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic coastal plain.